To pronounce "indianapolis", say IND-ian-ap-ol-is — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
indianapolis
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IND-ian-ap-ol-is
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"indianapolis" has 5 syllables: ind-ian-ap-ol-is. It rhymes with chapeless and papillous, if that helps it stick.
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"Indianapolis" has 5 syllables: ind · ian · ap · ol · is.
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